2004 Opel Astra vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Astra | P 70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |